Update (Jan. 25, 4 p.m. PST): This tour is now sold out for departures on March 18 and April 22.

Embark on a 10-night escorted vacation to five cities in China this spring for $1399 per person. This deal includes airfare, taxes, stays at 4-star hotels and guided tours.

This itinerary chops $1500 off the cost of booking the components separately and includes:

Roundtrip airfare and all transfers

Three nights at Four Points by Sheraton Beijing

One night at Grand Metropark Hotel Suzhou

One night in Hangzhou at Crowne Plaza Xanadu Resort

Three nights at Renaissance Shanghai Putuo

Two nights in Xi'an at Titan Times Hotel

Daily breakfast, seven lunches and four dinners

Several guided tours

Depart from Los Angeles for these prices (per person): $1399 on March 18; $1499 on April 22; $1699 on May 16. Depart from New York for these prices (per person): $1499 on March 5 or 11; $1599 on April 15 or 17.

Travelers tour each city with English-speaking guides; highlights include the Forbidden City, Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors. The itinerary is also unique because of stops in Suzhou -- called the "Venice of China" because of its many canals and elegant bridges -- and at West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has inspired poets and artists.

Note: American travelers must purchase an entry visa prior to departure for $140 per person.

Book by Feb. 1.

*Terms/Conditions:
Restrictions may apply. Fees not included in the tour price are: Service fee, Chinese visa & return mailing fee. The service fee of $8/person/day is required for the tour guides and drivers. $4/person for half day's service or an airport transfer. You can pay the tour guide when you leave each city. The tour guide will split it with the driver. Single supplement is $600.